Not surprisingly, educational studies
have shown that children experience far more success when
parents are involved in their schools. Here in Island Trees,
we encourage close parent-school involvement. Indeed, we
believe our strong school and community relationships produce
higher student achievement and facilitate a more conducive
learning environment for children. As the school year begins,
I encourage parents to use this new school year as an
opportunity to get involved in our schools. Understandably,
there are parents who just have too much on their plates to
become personally involved in our schools. For those parents,
please read all of our school literature, browse our website,
and make sure you ask your children questions about their
school day and their school work. Of course, if you have any
concerns with your child’s education, please write or call
your child’s teacher immediately. The Island Trees teachers
appreciate knowing parents are interested in their students’
progress. Again, open lines of communication support the
success of your children.

In closing, our mission of “Excellence
and Success for all Children” is a collaborative effort. We
need to work together for our children and do what we can to
make this goal a reality. I am proud and honored to be working
in such a supportive school community.